Move aims to strengthen command and control amid regional security concerns
August 13, 2025 — Pakistan has announced plans to establish a specialized military force dedicated to supervising its missile systems, following recent tensions with India over security and defense matters.
According to senior defense officials, the new unit will focus on missile command, control, and operational readiness, ensuring tighter security and improved response capabilities. This move comes after heightened friction between the two neighbors in recent months, which has sparked concerns about strategic stability in the region.
The force will likely work under Pakistan’s Strategic Plans Division, the body responsible for safeguarding the country’s nuclear and missile assets. Officials say the step is intended to enhance transparency and discipline in the handling of advanced weaponry.
Defense analysts view this as an effort by Islamabad to modernize its defense architecture amid growing competition and arms buildup in South Asia. However, India has not yet issued an official response to the development.
Regional experts warn that the move could intensify the arms race between the two nuclear-armed nations unless confidence-building measures are initiated.